Westfield High School - Weather Vane Yearbook (Westfield, NJ)

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BEN BROWN Track (2). Although Ben is the sleepiest guy in good old W.H.S., he is one of the best mannered and most cooperative that can be found. Mrs. Kimball will miss his constant companionship next year. Under his taciturn expression lies an adequate sense of humor, the real secret of his popularity. If you want to see a good game of African golf, just ask Ben; he’ll be glad to oblige. ROBERT CAMPBELL Football (3): Swimming (3); Outdoor Track (3). Bub's beautiful waves cause awakenings of the green-eyed monster in feminine hearts. Prankish Bob is an authority on the West, having sojourned m California and caught salmon in Oregon, to say nothing of his having been a cow hand this side of the Rockies. Experience with the seamy side of life has made Bob feel that a college education pays. BETTY BROWN French Club (2. Secretary 3, 4i; S. A. T. Committee (2, 3, ( hairman 4); Catalyst Club (Secretary 4); Senior Play Ticket Committee, (4); Annual Chairman (4). A girl who aspires to grow 3 little, Betty is also one who needs a forty-eight hour day. Besides culling A’s from the tree of knowledge, she studies music, participates in countless school activities, and devotes much time to photography, her hobby CATHERINE CARTER Baseball (2); Basketball (2, 3. 4); Volley Ball (2, 3); French Club (2, 3. 4); Badminton (2); Hockey (3); Archery (4); Senior Play Ticket Committee (4). Quips and cranks and wanton wiles plus an infectious laugh endear Kay to her classmates. The Dartmouth Winter C. arnival and an appendectomy were important events in an already crowded year. Kay’s friends talk about a remarkable system . We wonder what it is. don’t you? JACK CAMP Football (2. 3, 4); Track (2, 3); Spanish Club (2); Golf (2,3). Jack, who loves to camp on Coleman Place, has turned his hand to the gridiron, the golf course, and the bonding alleys with much success. Although his marks testify to his conscientious attempt in school svork, his memory for jokes seems to be his forte. We wonder where Jack ever found that Clark Gable smile? It certainly registers with femmes”. FRANK CASTILICIA Academic Committee (4). Forced to leave school in early spring to go to live in Florida, Frank was missed by his many friends. Merryeyed, wavy-haired Frank spent a great deal of time at the Y attempting to become a master bowler and ping-pong player. Although unable to participate in extra-curricular activities, Frank had a likeable personality and was a real asset to the class of ’39. twenty

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EDYTHE BELL Library Council (4); Photoplay Club (4); Basketball (4); Mask and Mime Club (4). The girl with the Pepsodent smile— that’s Edie. Though F.dythc played junipropc and hopsc atch with the present senior class when they were young, she emigrated to Georgia, just long enough to pick up the slow, graceful. Southern movements that suit her tall, blonde build so well. Edie loves a good joke, even if it’s or. her. EDWARD BICKEL Band (4). I d is a new member of the Senior Class. He came from Pennsylvania where he attended the Upper Darby High School. There he was especially interested in the band. He plays a saxophone and is an active member of the Cornhuskers. Ed is often seen driving about in a gray Oldsmobile and is quite willing to act as a chauffeur for anyone desiring a ride. SHIRLEY BINCLE Typing Club (J, 4); Annual (4). Although Shirley is one of the quietest members of 101. her friends tell us she is noted for her gay wit, her grand sense of humor, and .• helping hand for her friends. This future secretary may be seen almost any afternoon in 113 working away on a typewriter, l or some reason Shirley seemed to have trouble getting her journalism assignment in on time. GEORCE BORNKESSEL When good-natured, fun-loving George sits quietly meditating in 101. he may be imagining himself upon the Spanish Main, for he is quite a seaman and has a nice boat. At present he is a member of the Naval Reserve and expects to attend the New York State Merchant Marine School next year. Although sailors are said to have a lass in every port, this six-footer prefers Rahway girls. OLYMPIA BRACUTO Hockey (2, 3, 4); Baseball (2); Gym Program (2); Soccer (3); Basketball (3); Spanish Club (3, 4). Independent, witty, friendly, sincere, carefree, and gay are adjectives which suit Olympia. Although Limp is a well-known day dreamer, she has made a name for herself in sports. Her ambition is to become a nurse, and she works hard to achieve it. She admits that West Orange gentlemen are grand, but she receives letters from Plainfield. SAMUEL BRAXTON Basketball (2, 3); Football (4); Baseball (4). Sam, known to all his friends as just Buster,” has been a fine basketball player for several years. He has a grand sense of humor w'hich has helped win him many dear friends. He also excels at table tennis. Outside school, Sam likes dancing, possessing a peculiar yet delightful technique all his own. Inside school he charters with his cronies. nineteen

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BARBARA CLARK Tenncquoit (2, 3); Red Cross Council (2, 3); G.A.C. (2); Junior Prom Committee (3); Art Club (4); Financial Committee (4); Weather Vam (4 1; Annual (4). Tops in tcnncquoit. ' tops in generosity, and tops m her curly red hair, is Bobby of the popular black car. Her amiability and artistic talent are the envy of many a girl. Arc her frequent trips to Regional merely to see the beautiful building? V'e wonder! ROBERT CLARK Band (2, 3, 4); Swimming (2); Mask and Mime (2. 3. 4); Spanish Club (3, 4); Music Festival (3). As tlu handsome, high-stepping drum-major of the High School Band. Tar was the perfect specimen. He is very much in demand for many activities, in school and out. He also shows an outstanding loyalty to his family name in Ids choice of leading lady . Good luck. Bob. and we hop.' you get that medical degree! SALTER CLARK French Club (2. 3); Outdoor Track (2, 3, 4); Football 3, 4). Salt, this year’s track sensation, defeated many a seasoned runner at his first practice. Although Ik was interested in football, his small stature and Ins lightness kept him on the bench at most games. A sharp wit, combined with a cheerful personality, has won him many admirers. We wonder whether a smart family car has anything to do with this. ALICE CLARKE French Club (2, 3. 4); Latin Club (2); Community Fair (4). Busy and efficient. Alice is a girl whose school work is never left undone. No wonder she receives good marks! Behind her wall of reserve, we find a good sport with plenty of common sense. Although she has a mind of her own. Alice does not have one of those flaming tempers suggested by red hair. JOYCE CLARKE Soccer (2, 3); Glee Club (2. 4); Mixed Chorus (2, 3, 4); Mask and Mime Club (2. 3. 4); Baseball (2. 3); Volley Ball (3); Christmas Choir (4); G.A.C. (4). Joyce, one of the larks of our class, is noted around school for her pretty eyes and a cheery smile which makes her nose wrinkle. In spite of lur diminutive si e and the fact that singing fills most of her time, she enjoys sports, especially baseball. FRED L. COLLINS Tennis (2, 3. 4); Slide Rule Club (3); Junior Nominating Committee (3). This tall, blond chap who is very quiet yet full of fun, is a slide rule addict and a sailboat enthusiast. His favorite pastime is driving around in a Stude-baker which is at your service any time you need a ride. Fred is easy to get along with and a very dependable fellow. twenty-one Jet